Question

Is this equation balanced and in the lowest form? 4NH3 → 2N2 + 6H2

A.
Yes, because there are equal amounts of atoms of each element on both sides.
B.
No, because the coefficients could be reduced to 2,1, and 3.
C.
Yes, because the coefficients are in their lowest whole number ratio.
D.
No, because the coefficients could be reduced to 2, 2, and 4.

Answer 1

B.) No, because the coefficients could be reduced to 2,1, and 3.

Step-by-step explanation:

The equation is not in its lowest molar ratio form. In this case, all of the coefficients can be divided by 2 and still result in whole numbers.

As such, the correct balanced equation is:

2 NH₃ ----> N₂ + 3 H₂